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Mint
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Mehcad Brooks exits series Law & Order after three seasons
Washington DC [US], July 20 (ANI): Actor Mehcad Brooks is departing NBC's 'Law & Order' after three seasons as Detective Jalen Shaw ahead of the venerable crime drama's upcoming 25th season, reported Deadline According to sources of Deadline, the parting of the ways was mutual, with Brooks already exploring other opportunities. The rest of the 'Law & Order' main cast, including Tony Goldwyn and Reid Scott, whose contracts were up at the end of last season, Hugh Dancy, Odelya Halevi and Maura Tierney, are set to come back, sources said. As Deadline reported in May, most actors on NBC's 'Law & Order' and Chicago franchises will be in fewer episodes next season as part of a cost-saving measure. Brooks stepped in as a detective on 'Law & Order' in 2022, filling the void left by the departure of Anthony Anderson. Casting of a new detective has just gotten underway. 'Law & Order' is executive produced by Dick Wolf, Rick Eid, Alex Hall and Peter Jankowski. The series, whose 25th season will premiere in the fall, is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, in association with Wolf Entertainment. Brooks can be seen on Season 3 of HBO Max's And Just Like That. He next reprises his role as Jax in New Line's Mortal Kombat II, based on the hit video game franchise, set for release in October. 'Law & Order' is a police procedural that debuted September 13, 1990, on NBC. Created by Dick Wolf, 'Law & Order' focuses on crimes committed in New York City. The first half of each episode typically is an investigation of the crime and arrest of a suspect, followed by a second half focused on the district attorney making a case in court, as reported by Variety. Plots are often based on real-life cases. The series ran until 2010, when it was cancelled after season 20, but was revived in 2022 for seasons 21 and 22. (ANI)
Gizmodo
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
‘Mortal Kombat II' Is Ready to Be a Bigger, Better Sequel
Now that the first trailer for Mortal Kombat II dropped earlier this week, director Simon McQuoid's free to talk about how this follow-up builds on the 2021 reboot. Talking to IGN, McQuoid opened up on ensuring the second movie delivered on the promise of the first movie, namely having the real fighting tournament that features franchise characters beating the hell out of each other. Said characters include the returning Sonya Blade, Raiden, and Liu Kang, and the newly introduced Kitana, Shao Kahn, and Baraka. Oh, and Johnny Cage, now stepping into the role Cole Young did in the previous movie and operating as a POV character into this krazy, khaotic world full of lizard men, mad scientists, and ageless fighters. Of these newcomers, McQuoid called them 'wild and otherworldly, and when you've got characters like that, you have to swing for the fences.' Such swings involve taking the characters to locations from the games like like Hell (where Scorpion resides) and Edenia, the home realm of Kitana, Jade, and Shao Kahn. According to McQuoid, those trips bring 'massive scale' to the film, particularly when it comes to the film's IMAX version. For the format heads, he teased that cut will have 'little story moments and little gems for the super fans…that you won't see in the regular theatrical version. I just wanted to try and innovate and use the format in a way that really makes it a rewarding experience for the audience.' Speaking of the audience, it made that first Mortal Kombat a big hit for HBO Max and its simultaneous theatrical-streaming release. If there's any hope of a third movie, it's entirely up to the folks seeing it, and the film's been made as a complete experience either way. 'There's a coda, but [New Line] doesn't expect to make a sequel. We have to earn that right,' said producer Todd Garner. 'We're not going to give you some post-sequence to be like, 'Oh, this is going to happen in the sequel.' We'll do more if we're given the opportunity, but we don't want to assume that we can.' Mortal Kombat II hits theaters October 24. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
News18
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Mortal Kombat II Trailer: Karl Urban As Johnny Cage Is Ready To Fight
Warner Bros unveiled the trailer of Mortal Kombat II, directed by Simon McQuoid, featuring Karl Urban as Johnny Cage. The film releases on October 24. Action lovers were in for a treat on Thursday, July 17, when Warner Bros unveiled the much-awaited trailer of Mortal Kombat II. The film, helmed by Simon McQuoid, is the sequel to the director's 2021 hit Mortal Kombat. Actor Karl Urban, who impressed viewers with his performance in the 2019 Prime Video series The Boys, plays the lead in this upcoming action fantasy. He joins the franchise as the fan-favourite character, Johnny Cage — a Hollywood playboy. Mortal Kombat II is scheduled for release on October 24. The trailer hints at a brewing fight aka the famed Mortal Kombat Tournament. If you recall the first movie, Outerworld sorcerer Shang Tsung, played by Chin Han, was on a mission to eradicate the champions of the Earth before the Tournament between warriors belonging to different realms. So it was not a surprise when the trailer opened to Shang Tsung's chilling voice-over saying, 'Earthrealm's victory was just the beginning. Now, we strike back." Johnny Cage's humorous one-liners and swagger soon come to an end as he is recruited by Raiden and Sonya Blade for the Tournament. The trailer is also replete with brutal action sequences, violence and a layered aggression, typical of Mortal Kombat films. One particular scene teases an intense face-off between Johnny Cage and Baraka, adding to the intrigue. It is the story of Johnny Cage, who trains himself diligently and gradually earns a place among the fighters. The trailer ends with the looming battle with a lurking uncertainty, where if Earth fighters fail to win, Shao Kahn, the overlord of the Outerworld, will take over. Mortal Kombat II marks the return of Mehcad Brooks as Jackson Briggs, Tadanobu Asano as Lord Raiden, Jessica McNamee as Sonya Blade, Joe Taslim as Sub-Zero and Ludi Lin as Liu Kang. Adeline Rudolph, best known for movies like Resident Evil and Hellboy: The Crooked Man, is the only new cast member. He will slip into the shoes of Kitana. The Mortal Kombat film franchise is based on the 90s video game series by Ed Boon and John Tobias. As per Boon, Karl Urban's appearance in Mortal Kombat II plays a 'big part" in the universe and what the latest film explores. view comments First Published: July 18, 2025, 18:02 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Express Tribune
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Karl Urban Steps In as Johnny Cage in First 'Mortal Kombat II' Trailer
Warner Bros. has released the first trailer for Mortal Kombat II, confirming the arrival of Karl Urban as Johnny Cage ahead of the film's release on October 24. The sequel, directed by Simon McQuoid, follows 2021's Mortal Kombat and will continue the story of Earthrealm's fighters as they prepare for the critical Mortal Kombat tournament. The trailer reveals that if Earth's champions fail, Outworld ruler Shao Kahn, played by Martyn Ford, will claim control over Earth. Karl Urban, known for his role in The Boys, joins returning cast members Lewis Tan as Cole Young, Hiroyuki Sanada as Hanzo Hasashi/Scorpion, Tadanobu Asano as Lord Raiden, Mehcad Brooks as Jax, Ludi Lin as Liu Kang, Jessica McNamee as Sonya Blade, and Joe Taslim as Sub-Zero. Adeline Rudolph has been added to the cast as Kitana. The trailer teases intense combat sequences and a deepening storyline, including the continued tension between Scorpion and Sub-Zero. Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon stated that Sanada's Scorpion 'plays a different role' this time, not directly joining Earthrealm's fighters but remaining central to the plot. Boon also discussed Urban's approach to Johnny Cage, describing it as a 'fresh' take on the character while maintaining elements fans expect. He noted that Urban's portrayal explores Cage as a 'washed-up Hollywood guy' thrown into the brutal world of Mortal Kombat, aligning with the franchise's mix of action and character-driven storytelling. Based on the long-running video game series, Mortal Kombat II aims to deliver the franchise's signature blend of martial arts action and fantasy elements when it arrives in cinemas this October 24.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Mortal Kombat II' trailer: Karl Urban joins the sequel as Johnny Cage; shines in an epic battle
'Mortal Kombat II' trailer has just been dropped, and Johnny Cage with his pair of glasses managed to impress the viewers. With the epic characters, the larger-than-life battles, and a compelling reboot, the film will be released in theatres on October 26, 2025. On July 17, the makers gave the world a thrilling glimpse into the action-packed film. Directed by Simon McQuoid, the release will serve as a sequel to the 2021 hit 'Mortal Kombat'. The sequel would focus on the has-been Hollywood star who was known for his martial arts skills, entering the other world of Mortal Kombat. In the trailer, the producers have teased the fans with an edge-of-the-seat moment where the Earth fighters have lost, and the Outworld overlord Shao Kahn takes over the world. What can be expected from 'Mortal Kombat II'? In the March interview with Entertainment Weekly, Ed Boon, the co-creator of Mortal Kombat, spoke about what fans can expect in the sequel. 'He's certainly making appearances that are significant and necessary for the progress of other storylines,' he said about Sanada's Hanzo Hasashi, before adding, 'He plays a different role. He's not part of the 'Super Friends' trying to defeat Shao Kahn, but his appearance is key, and it is very essential for certain parts. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You Won't Believe the Price of These Dubai Apartments Binghatti Developers FZE Get Offer Undo ' While talking about Urban's Johnny Cage, Boon said that he plays a big role in what the film explores. 'He's a washed-up Hollywood guy thrown into this magical, ultra-violent thing. Karl, his depiction of Johnny Cage is different than our games in some ways. He's adding his own flair to it, but I think it'll feel fresh. There's like a novelty factor in there,' Boon concluded. Mortal Kombat II | Official Trailer The star cast of 'Mortal Kombat II' Based on a famed video game franchise, the film stars Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, along with Adeline Rudolph, Jessica McNamee, Marty Ford, Josh Lawson, Ludi Lin, Mehcad Brooks, Tati Gabrielle, Lewis Tan, Damon Herriman , Chin Han, Tadanobu Asano, Joe Taslim and Hiroyuki Sanada, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
